insert_link Business / EconomicsGIPF commits over N$2 billion to sustainable investments Blueberries (Photo: Mashare Agri Group via Facebook) The Government Institutions Pension Fund (GIPF) has reaffirmed its commitment to driving inclusive growth through sustainable investments. Speaking at the AFI Global Policy Forum in Swakopmund, GIPF Chairperson Penda Ithindi highlighted the Fund’s support for projects including Mashare Berries, the Omburu Solar Plant, and green bonds. In addition, GIPF has committed more than N$2.1 billion to infrastructure projects that advance Namibia’s energy transition […] today16 September, 2025
Business / EconomicsInterview: Gabriel Erastus on the African Development Bank and Namibia’s Economic Future As the African Development Bank (AfDB) faces changing dynamics in its funding sources, economist Gabriel Erastus offers insightful perspectives on how this shift could affect Namibia and the broader African continent. With the United States reducing its contributions to the AfDB, Erastus believes it’s time for African nations to step up and take greater ownership of the funding process, which could empower the continent to direct capital toward its own […] today12 May, 2025
insert_link NamibiaPresident Nandi-Ndaitwah outlines policy priorities in State of the Nation Address WINDHOEK — In her first State of the Nation Address since assuming office, President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah laid out a policy agenda focused on economic recovery, social equity, youth employment, and the restoration of public trust in government institutions. Speaking before a joint session of Parliament on Thursday afternoon, Nandi-Ndaitwah acknowledged the country’s persistent economic and social challenges, but said her administration is committed to “delivering practical, people-centered solutions” aimed at […] today25 April, 2025
insert_link Business / EconomicsHangala backs Air Namibia revival as government invests N$20 million in feasibility study The government has allocated N$20 million for a feasibility study to assess the revival of Air Namibia, with the goal of relaunching the national airline by 2026. Dr. Leake Hangala who is the Chairperson of the Namibia Airports Company, has voiced strong support for the initiative, stressing the airline’s role in national development and economic growth. Speaking on the proposal, Dr. Hangala expanded on the importance of having a functional […] today3 April, 2025
insert_link Business / EconomicsUS investors to buy Panama canal ports from Hong Kong-based owner A consortium of US investors has agreed to buy majority stakes in two ports on the Panama canal from a Hong Kong-based company for nearly 20 billion dollars. The deal comes in the wake of allegations by the Trump administration that Chinese influence over the waterway poses a security risk to the US. Ira Spitzer reports. today5 March, 2025
